The City of Youngsville is Open for Business!
Are you considering opening or relocating your business to the city of Youngsville, LA? We are open for business! Mayor Ken Ritter and the Youngsville City Council want to encourage commercial development. Now is the perfect time to consider opening or expanding your business into the city of Youngsville!
The following link below for geographic information systems or GIS, will give you access to different areas of the city in a detailed format. It will also allow you to view water and sewer availability.
Access the GIS Software here
Youngsville’s Master Plan
Less than one year ago fewer than 1/2 of residents surveyed were satisfied with the manner in which city government was planning for growth. To address this concern, Mayor Ritter is proud to report that Youngsville’s Master Plan was officially unveiled Tuesday, December 15, 2015 at 6pm at Green T. Lindon Elementary School.
This plan outlines current issues and contains solutions. Coupled with our Growth Guidance work earlier this year, we now have a roadmap to the future of Youngsville.
View the Master Plan in Dropbox here»
Note: The Master Plan is 550 pages and may take a minute to view.
In the City of Youngsville, economic development is a ‘total-community’ effort. Everyone is committed to the growth and improvement of the city and as a result you’ll find the assistance and cooperation you receive unparalleled.
Economic Development in Youngsville
Are you interested in doing business locally? See our online directory of Youngsville businesses here: Youngsville Business Directory.
Contact us should you have questions about economic development in Youngsville or if you would like to submit information about a development project for inclusion on our website.
City of Youngsville Hotel Feasibility Study
City of Youngsville Transportation Plan
City of Youngsville Residential Development Design & Resource Guide
City of Youngsville Commercial Development Design & Resource Guide
Leadership Youngsville
The Leadership Youngsville Program is a concept that was developed in 2019. It was originally part of Vision 2020 created by the Youngsville Chamber in 2013, as well as a result of the City of Youngsville and the Youngsville Chamber joining forces in 2019 with a mission to identify and educate emerging community leaders on challenges and growth within the city of Youngsville, LA
The Leadership Youngsville Class participants begin the program by attending the Annual Youngsville Chamber Banquet, where they are recognized and honored.
2019 Leadership Youngsville Class I
2021 Legislative Day with Leadership Youngsville Class II
2022 Leadership Youngsville Class III
2023 Leadership Youngsville Class IV
Ideal applicants for the Leadership Youngsville program should possess ONE of the following:
- LIVE in Youngsville
- WORK in Youngsville
- OWN a business in Youngsville
- Be a Youngsville Chamber member
Applicants should live within Lafayette Parish and have an interest in learning about the city of Youngsville. The class consists of 8 sessions from April – December. For more info on this dynamic program, visit www.LeadershipYoungsville.com.
Youngsville Economic Development Committee:

The Youngsville Economic Development Committee is a part of the Youngsville Chamber of Commerce. The YEDC has created Sweet Life After 5. The mission of Sweet Life After 5 is to establish a local social networking setting which allows Youngsville business professionals to create relationships with potential clients, network with other local businesses, and share ideas with current and future business owners, entrepreneurs, HOA leaders, and professionals.
For more information on becoming part of the Youngsville Economic Development Committee or to participate in Sweet Life After 5, please contact Mike Williams, Economic Development Chair and Vice President of the Youngsville Chamber: Michael.Williams@hancockwhitney.com or Youngsville Chamber Executive Director, Jessica Willis: jessica@youngsvillechamber.com or (337) 451-5862.
Youngsville Chamber of Commerce
Becoming a member of the Youngsville Chamber of Commerce is the best way to become involved in the Youngsville business community. Grand Openings, Ribbon Cuttings, Business After Hours, Business Luncheons, Annual Chamber Banquet, Golf Tournament, Shop the Sweet Life, and so much more! Visit www.YoungsvilleChamber.com
Below are more pics of some of the Youngsville Chamber of Commerce Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Celebrations. Be a part of our business community and join the Youngsville Chamber today!